This week Stephanie Rodin chats with her guest, Dr. Nina Sundaram. The two chat about integrating preventive healthcare practices with daily life, the impact of early detection tests, and the importance of sustained doctor-patient relationships. In this episode, we discuss: Dr. Nina Sundaram explains the structure of her practice by dividing it int…

Hi! I’m Stephanie Rodin, host of the Speaking With Steph podcast. In this episode, I want to speak to you about HIPAA. As we all know, HIPAA is a way to safeguard the protected information of patients or individuals. In this episode, we discuss: How HIPAA safeguards protected information of patients by de-identifying data, which includes removing s…

This week Stephanie Rodin chats with her guest, Leonard Cohen. The two chat about the importance of financial protection, the necessity of establishing an emergency fund, and the benefits of early disability and life insurance. In this episode, we discuss: How Leonard became a financial advisor The importance of financial planning starting from the…

Hi! I’m Stephanie Rodin, host of the Speaking with Steph podcast. In this episode, I want to speak to you about patient consent forms. In this episode, we discuss: Reviewing and updating patient consent forms annually with guidance from professionals like attorneys or financial advisors to ensure compliance and accuracy. What a comprehensive consen…

This week Stephanie Rodin chats with her guests, Preston Alexander and Sarah Covington. The three chat about Preston and Sarah’s four-step approach to helping healthcare providers establish successful and compliant practices. This method involves strategic planning, administrative setup, operations, and go-to-market strategies, crucial for avoiding…

Hi! I’m Stephanie Rodin, host of the Speaking with Steph podcast. In this episode, I want to speak to you about a new New York law that came into place on January 1, 2025, about paid prenatal leave. In this episode, we discuss: How to access information regarding this new law about paid prenatal leave What is offered, what it covers, and what emplo…

This week Stephanie Rodin speaks with her guest, Richard Hittman. The two discuss the common pitfalls in lease agreements, the essential team you need for securing a healthcare practice location, and the lengthy process of setting up a practice. In this episode, we discuss: How client education is handled What problematic clauses are found When to …

Hi! I’m Stephanie Rodin, host of the Speaking with Steph podcast. In this episode, I want to speak to you about your legal entities and whether you have a fee that is owed to the state in order to keep your legal entity current and active. In this episode, we discuss: Ensuring your legal entity remains active by timely filing the necessary statemen…

Hi! I’m Stephanie Rodin, host of the Speaking with Steph podcast. In this episode, I want to cover a crucial update on the beneficial ownership interest filing. A recent U.S. District Court ruling has temporarily paused the enforcement of this filing. We'll discuss what this means for you, whether you've already filed or still need to. In this epis…

This week Stephanie Rodin chats with her guest, Sean O’Rourke. The two chat about their adventurous bucket list dreams, discussing everything from cross-country road trips and touching the pyramids of Giza to hiking to Everest Base Camp and exploring Easter Island. In this episode, we discuss: Stephanie and Sean describe their top five bucket list …

This week Stephanie Rodin chats with her guest, Lola Gazivoda. The two chat about Lola's journey from a banking executive to an innovative entrepreneur, launching a company that helps dental and medical practices significantly reduce payroll costs. We explore the benefits and intricacies of offshore staffing, the importance of data security and HIP…

Hi! I’m Stephanie Rodin, host of the Speaking with Steph podcast. In this episode, I want to speak to you about the non-compete clause. In this episode, we discuss: How the varying enforceability of noncompetes across states might affect a business that operates in multiple states. Why FTC's ruling was deemed unenforceable and null and void by the …

This week Stephanie Rodin chats with her guest, Eric Lorenzo. The two chat about shifts in new interpretations of the rules in immigration over the last 16 years, how greatly who is in office affects those changes, and what he would change about the immigration process. In this episode, we discuss: How he acquired an interest in immigration, and th…

Hi! I’m Stephanie Rodin, host of the Speaking with Steph podcast. In this episode, I want to speak to you about an important update concerning the New York State Health and Mental Hygiene Bill, particularly the new rules coming into effect on October 20, 2024, that impact how healthcare providers manage patient consent forms and credit card payment…

This week Stephanie Rodin chats with her guest, Ivy Slater. The two chat about the four pillars of a business - finance, team, marketing, and sales - and offers a deep expansion on all topics, offering the tools for business’ alignment, growth, and scalability, and peace. In this episode, we discuss: What Slater Success does, and how they help thei…

This week Stephanie Rodin chats with her guest, Judy Heft. The two chat about how Judy fell into the financial world 28 years ago by saying yes to everything, and the financial concierge and forensic bookkeeping services that are offered by Judith Heft & Associates. In this episode, we discuss: How she fell into the financial world 28 years ago by …

Hi! I’m Stephanie Rodin, host of the Speaking with Steph podcast. In this episode, I want to speak to you about the potential of misclassifying an employee as an independent contractor. In this episode, we discuss: What the difference is between an independent contractor and an employee (1099 vs W2) What information should be considered when making…

This week Stephanie Rodin chats with her guest, Robert Schlesinger. The two chat about the intricacies of financial planning, Tempus Financial’s department dedicated specifically to MD’s, and risk management tools that can best prepare you for the future. In this episode, we discuss: What got him into finance, and drew him to the financial planning…

Hi! I’m Stephanie Rodin, host of the Speaking with Steph podcast. In this episode, I want to speak to you about S-Corps, and explain the differences between an S-Corp, a PC, and a PLLC. In this episode, we discuss: What legal entities can be used in New York state How different entities are treated for tax purposes At what point you can indicate ho…

Hi! I’m Stephanie Rodin, host of the Speaking with Steph podcast. In this episode, I want to speak to you about the non-compete clause, a topic that’s gotten some play in the press and is creating some problems for practices and individuals alike. In this episode, we discuss: What non-competes are used for and what they restrict What courts have lo…

This week Stephanie Rodin speaks with her guest, Jay Biss. The two talk about the one-stop-shop in Valley Bank’s services offered, the intricacies involved in financing commercial real estate, and advice on the subject of retirement. In this episode, we discuss: What services Valley Bank provides for small businesses What issues regularly present t…

Hi! I’m Stephanie Rodin, host of the Speaking with Steph podcast. In this episode, I want to speak to you about something that was put into place by a new federal requirement for legal entities, which relates to beneficiary ownership information. In this episode, we discuss: What sits under the umbrella of legal entities What they need to do to Whe…

Hi! I’m Stephanie Rodin, host of the Speaking with Steph podcast. In this episode, I speak to you about credit card merchant fees being passed on to the consumer. Some questions have come up as far as how one is able to do this and its legality. In this episode, we discuss: What disclosures need to be in place What the penalty is for lack of disclo…

This week Stephanie Rodin chats with her guest, Matthew Stack. The two discuss his expertise and experience in the financial space, what we should look for in a firm and what sets TATRA apart, and what we can do to best prepare for our own financial future. In this episode, we discuss: What drove him to want to start his own firm, and what steps le…

Hi! I’m Stephanie Rodin, host of the Speaking with Steph podcast. In this episode, I want to speak to you about the power of attorney, which gives someone the authority to act for another in specified matters, which may be legal, financial or both. In this episode, we discuss: What a power of attorney may be drafted for How to choose the right atto…

Peter Morandi This week Stephanie Rodin chats with her guest, Peter Morandi. The two chat about Peter’s background and expertise in construction, what to consider when building and converting spaces into medical offices, and why to include contractors and architects in conversations at the very beginning of starting a practice. In this episode, we …

Stephanie Rodin Hi! I’m Stephanie Rodin, host of the Speaking with Steph podcast. In this episode, I want to speak to you about taking that first step in opening up your own practice or business. Before making any of the moves to actually open up, there are certain things to consider in order to make the process as smooth as possible. In this episo…

Mike Hennan This week Stephanie Rodin chats with her guest, Mike Hennan. The two chat about marketing as a whole, and more specifically in dentistry. He offers his expert advice for a startup’s website, where the focus should lie in the beginning, and how to adjust the website’s offerings along with the business’ growth. In this episode, we discuss…

Stephanie Rodin Hi! I’m Stephanie Rodin, host of the Speaking with Steph podcast. In this episode, I want to speak to you directly about the termination of employees, and what to consider before even having a discussion with the employee in question. In this episode, we discuss: What to consider before having a discussion with the employee or sendi…

Andrew Smiley This week Stephanie Rodin chats with her guest, Andrew Smiley. The two talk about Andrew’s life, his practice at Smiley & Smiley, and the many inspiring ways that he gives back. In this episode, we discuss: How Andrew got involved with trial law, and what he has learned in his 27 years of practice What interesting cases he has been in…

Hi! I’m Stephanie Rodin, host of the Speaking with Steph podcast. In this episode, I want to address some issues that you may want to consider when you have a duly formed legal entity in one state and then move your practice to another state. I speak directly about legal considerations and some available options that you may have to continue utiliz…

Michael Oberther This week Stephanie Rodin chats with her guest, Michael Oberther. The two chat about the mission of Supporting Strategies, and how they come in to find proactive business solutions and cut the chaos out of your accounting life. In this episode, we discuss: How he unintentionally became a bookkeeper What Michael does in an average d…

Stephanie Rodin Hi! I’m Stephanie Rodin, host of the Speaking with Steph podcast. In this episode, I want to address what’s coming up for this podcast in 2023. It is my intention to offer you answers to the legal requirements for your practice no matter what your next steps are.In this episode, we discuss: What’s coming up for the podcast in 2023 W…

Dr. Michael LaFemina This week Stephanie Rodin chats with her guest, Dr. Michael LaFemina. The two chat about the many benefits of acupuncture, the connection between the physical and emotional body, and how Golden Light Acupuncture empowers their patients to access peace, ease, and day-to-day health practices. In this episode, we discuss: What ini…

Michael Shapot This week Stephanie Rodin chats with her guest, Michael Shapot. The two chat about the Manhattan real estate market, things to consider when renting or buying, and the difference between a killer deal and a deal-killer. In this episode, we discuss: What challenges Michael finds in the current climate of the real estate market How he …

Stephanie Rodin Hi! I’m Stephanie Rodin, host of the Speaking with Steph podcast. In this episode, as we close off the year 2022, I want to give thanks to my listeners for being here, to my clients for entrusting me with their legal needs, and to all the many people who have helped me and my practice along the way. In this episode, we discuss: Who …

Stephen Horney This week Stephanie Rodin chats with her guest, Stephen Horney. The two chat about the high quality of life that comes from consistent care, measurements for a healthy lifestyle, and ways to be aware of your own health. In this episode, we discuss: Stephen’s background, and how he became interested in athletics and physical therapy W…

Stephanie Rodin Hi! I’m Stephanie Rodin, host of the Speaking with Steph podcast. In this episode, I’ll be speaking to you about telehealth services, which allow practitioners to provide healthcare virtually. In this episode, we discuss: Why many patients prefer telehealth services What New York’s healthcare practitioners need to understand about t…

Gerda Maissel This week Stephanie Rodin chats with her guest, Dr. Gerda Maissel. The two chat about Dr. Gerda’s path to founding My MD Advisor, and how she fills in the gaps in communication found in healthcare systems between doctors and patients. In this episode, we discuss: How she found and navigated the path to starting My MD Advisor, and the …

Stephanie Rodin Hi! I’m Stephanie Rodin, host of the Speaking with Steph podcast. In this episode, I’ll be speaking to you directly about credit card fees. As business owners, many of us pay these fees on a monthly basis. Today I’ll address legal loopholes in the transfer of these fees. In this episode, we discuss: How does it all work? What you ne…

Evan Gasman This week Stephanie Rodin chats with her guest, Evan Gasman. The two chat about commercial real estate, focusing especially on medical offices, and the many requirements, fine points, and negotiations to consider when buying or leasing property of this kind. In this episode, we discuss: How Evan transitioned from healthcare financing to…

Stephanie Rodin Hi! I’m Stephanie Rodin, host of the Speaking with Steph podcast. In this episode, I’ll be speaking to you directly about the topic of HIPAA, and addressing the issues that have come up since the updates that were made in 2013. In this episode, we discuss: What must be done to remain compliant What businesses and individuals are cov…

The MedSpa: A Brief Overview Stephanie Rodin Hi! I’m Stephanie Rodin, host of the Speaking with Steph podcast. In this episode, I’ll be speaking to you about the topic of Medical Spas, which have become much more widely used across the country, and addressing many of the questions that my clients have asked about them. In this episode, we discuss: …

Ethan Ganc This week Stephanie Rodin chats with her guest, Ethan Ganc. The two chat about Ethan’s practice, what changed in it during the pandemic, and what he enjoys most about being an attorney. In this episode, we discuss: How Ethan started a career in law, representing a variety of industries What changed in his practice during the pandemic Wha…

Stephanie Rodin Hi! I’m Stephanie Rodin, host of the Speaking with Steph podcast. In this episode, I’ll be speaking to you directly about fee splitting, when it comes to licensed practitioners, and how it can impact their careers and licensing. In this episode, we discuss: What fee splitting is, and what it is not Examples of and exemptions to fee …

Edward Alferoff This week Stephanie Rodin chats with her guest, Edward Alferoff. The two chat about the passion and purpose that Edward finds in financial planning, finding solutions and providing wellness and protection for the clients of Vital Planning Group. In this episode, we discuss: How Edward transitioned into financial services What servic…

Janet Falk This week Stephanie Rodin chats with her guest, Janet Falk. The two chat about the 5 things Janet suggests doing to attract more clients, creating and monitoring your marketing and RBI, and a process that’s designed to get you in the news. In this episode, we discuss: The 5 things Janet suggests doing to attracting more clients, and how …

Stephanie Rodin Hi! I’m Stephanie Rodin, host of the Speaking with Steph podcast. In this episode, I’ll be speaking to you about the differences between hiring an independent contractor vs an employee in healthcare practices, as well as across other industries. In this episode, we discuss: The difference between an independent contractor (IC) vs an…

Christopher Weber This week Stephanie Rodin chats with her guest, Christopher Weber. The two chat about how physicians and dentists can best plan for financial success, focusing on income protection, insurance policies, and retirement. In this episode, we discuss: Chris’ favorite restaurant in Manhattan What steps Chris takes to helps protect physi…

Stephanie Rodin Hi! I’m Stephanie Rodin, host of the Speaking with Steph podcast. In this episode, I’ll be speaking to you about employee manuals, and how to have them dictate roles and expectations in ensuring the running of a smooth and efficient practice. In this episode, we discuss: What information to include in employee manuals Why an attorne…